January 2022 -- HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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For select programs and events, signed waiver forms may be required from participants. Programs and events are subject to change. Please check pbcparks.com for updates.
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Special Events- PBC Parks
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From a fine art show, holiday drive-thru light show to group runs and a pet adoption event, check out all the upcoming special events happening this month at select parks! RSVP required for select events.
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Wheelchair Lacrosse Team- Therapeutic Recreation
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Join our NEW Wheelchair Lacrosse Team! Wheelchair Lacrosse is an organized adaptive version of traditional men’s lacrosse. It is an inclusive participation opportunity that offers the ability for students, adults and veterans with and without disabilities to participate in the country’s ‘fastest growing sport’.
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Functional Fitness- Morikami Park
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A physical activity program focused on balance, flexibility and strength training. Classes are held Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. at Morikami Park, Delray Beach. RSVP required. FREE ADMISSION
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Boot Camp- Glades Pioneer Park
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A physical activity program that includes a large variety of upper body, leg strength and cardio exercises Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m. on Orange Bowl Field at Glades Pioneer Park, Belle Glade. FREE ADMISSION
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New Year Sunrise Yoga, Beach Cleanup & Polar Plunge- Carlin Park
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Join Surfrider Foundation, the Beach Bucket Foundation and local yoga instructors from Breathe Salt Yoga and start the day off with yoga, a beach cleanup and polar plunge Sun, Jan 2, 7:00 a.m. at Carlin Park, Jupiter. RSVP required.
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Tales & Tails: Opossums- Okeeheelee Nature Center
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Bring your little ones for story time with puppets and enjoy a close-up animal encounter Sat, Jan 8, 10:30 a.m. at Okeeheelee Nature Center in Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach. Ages 3-8, $3/child. RSVP required.
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Senryu: Haiku's Cousin Workshop- Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
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Provided in collaboration with the Palm Beach Poetry Festival, learn the basics of the Japanese literary form of senryu, as well as the history of the senryu and haiku Thurs, Jan 13, 11:00 a.m. in the Morikami Theater at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach. FREE/with paid museum admission.
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Night Hike- Daggerwing Nature Center
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Learn about nocturnal animals and join a naturalist on a tour of the boardwalk at night Fri, Jan 14, 6:00 p.m. at Daggerwing Nature Center in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton. Ages 8+, $5/person. RSVP required.
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184th Anniversary Annual Seminole Maroon Spiritual Remembrance of the Two Battles of the Loxahatchee- Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park
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Highlighting the history of the allied Seminoles and African American Seminole Maroons and their bravery during the Seminole Wars, this event features rituals/ceremonies, lectures, exhibitors, vendors and more Sun, Jan 16, 9:00 a.m. at Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park, Jupiter. Presented by the Florida Black Historical Research Project, Inc. in cooperation with the Loxahatchee Battlefield Preservationists. FREE ADMISSION
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Science for Seniors- Green Cay Nature Center
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Learn about the myriad forms of camouflage in nature; is it used only in the animal world? Find out Fri, Jan 21, 1:00 p.m. at Green Cay Nature Center and Wetlands, Boynton Beach. Ages 50+, $5/participant. RSVP required.
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Birding Basics- Riverbend Park
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Enjoy a guided birding walk in the park and learn about the amazing adaptations of birds and the many roles they play in the environment Sat, Jan 22, 9:30 a.m. at Riverbend Park, Jupiter. Ages 8+, $5/participant. RSVP required.
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Volunteer with PBC Parks
From long term opportunities like being a volunteer at one of our county-operated facilities, to signing up or organizing for one-time beach/park cleanups, we invite you to volunteer and make a difference in your life and the lives of others.
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Take Oakly Home with you Today!
12-inch plush dolls of Oakly are currently for sale, $20 each (includes sales tax) available at the Parks and Recreation Department's Administrative offices in John Prince Park, Lake Worth!
All proceeds go to Parks & Recreation enhancement of environmental equity programming and inclusive park experiences.
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